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OBU—Oklahoma Baptist University

Finance

An degree in finance from OBU will prepare you to become a financial expert in many areas of money management including financial planning, financial analysis, and banking. You will learn from faculty who incorporate relevant business principles and strategies into the classroom so you are prepared to think wisely, analyze clearly and execute decisions confidently. A finance degree opens the door to  a variety of career avenues where you can utilize your talents and serve others.

Libby Unruh

Class of 2019
Midfirst Bank

“During my time at OBU, I learned how to incorporate my faith into the workplace and use it as a platform to influence others. I now have the opportunity to mentor others early in their career and share advice and expertise to help them develop as individuals and employees. We all have the opportunity to make a positive impact in the world, and my classes and professors at OBU helped me learn how to do that in the corporate setting.”



Benefits of an OBU Finance Degree

Bloomberg Certification

The experience you will gain will not only familiarize you with the finance industry, but it will also provide you real-time experience to make the transition much more seamless. As OBU finance students you will graduate with Bloomberg certification, the gold-standard in the finance industry.

Industry Support 

Donations from First United Bank and Vision Bank allow you as a finance major to work with over $100,000 in the stock market in a Student Managed Investment Fund. This practical experience gives our students a competitive edge in the job market. As an upper division student, you will manage this fund, which has a performance of 34.38% since its inception in 2013.

Incredible Education, Affordable Cost.

OBU provides a minimum $10,000 per year scholarship to every incoming first-time freshman and $8,000 to every incoming transfer student. Many of our students qualify for additional money through federal Pell grants and OBU Bison Grants.

To get an estimate of your cost to attend OBU, check out our Net Price Calculator. We think you’ll be pleasantly surprised with how affordable an OBU education really is, especially considering the incredible academic quality, personal mentor relationships with faculty and staff, and strong Christian commitment you will experience at OBU.

You won’t find an experience like this anywhere else!

Program Information

Labs and Resources

Dr. Peggy D. Keck Finance and Data Analytics Lab  

This state-of-the-art lab features a flexible, innovative and collaborative learning environment. A 49-foot-long horizontal ticker provides ever-changing data and information that will engage you and offer a highly professional and interactive atmosphere.  

The data analytics lab will maintain our standard of excellence set by our CPA exam preparation with the exam’s new business analytics requirement. 

Professional Networking Opportunities

Lydia’s Lamp

Lydia’s Lamp offers a unique opportunity for female students in the School of Business to enhance their future careers through connection, mentorship and knowledge. Founded in 2017, the program connects students with female business mentors who will help guide them through their time at OBU, The program can help build lasting relationships that go beyond their time at OBU and further prepare students for the workforce.

Elijah’s Mantle

This year-long mentoring program will  pair you with a businessperson so you can make a meaningful connection in the business world. Elijah's Mantle is an opportunity for male students to connect with industry professionals and receive mentorship and guidance that will enhance their future careers. The program often includes business professionals from various areas of specialty who, in many cases, are OBU alumni.

Accounting Club

The Accounting Club meets monthly offering students the opportunity to meet with accounting professionals. This is a great opportunity for networking and meeting representatives of accounting firms in the area.  

Board of Executives

The Paul Dickinson School of Business has a Board of Executives that assures our curriculum remains relevant to industry and provides networking opportunities for you.

Leadership and Service

A vital leadership opportunity for business majors and minors is Collegiate DECA. This student club prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management. DECA allows students to enhance their business skills and grow as a leader while networking with college university students  and business professionals from around the world. OBU students compete in regional and national competitions through DECA intersecting all functional areas of business.

Job Opportunities and Outcomes

OBU finance graduates have gone on to careers as commercial loan assistants, mortgage bankers, financial institution specialists, financial advisors and client experience associates with companies such as Arvest Bank, Colonial National Mortgage, FDIC, AXA Advisors, LLC. and Fidelity Investments.

Program Options

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

World-Class Faculty

OBU faculty are experts in their fields and will be with you every step of the way.

Dr. David Houghton

Dr. David Houghton

Chair, School of Business
Lloyd G. and Betty E. Minter Chair of Business
Professor of Business
Director, MBA Program

Dr. Craig Walker

Dr. Craig Walker

Ernest C. and Ruby Wheeler Professor of Business
Professor of Economics

Paul Dickinson School of Business